2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 524 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
