2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Copen | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
