2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Honda Life

To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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 (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Copen 2004 Honda Life
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Copen Life
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 58 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 852 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2370 mm


 

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