2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Copen | Charade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |