2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
