2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
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 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Copen | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
