2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
