2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Copen | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
