2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 870 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 2005 Renault Avantime. 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
