2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 150 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, 2005 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Copen | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
