2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 970 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
