2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 349 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 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Copen 2007 Hyundai Elantra
Make Daihatsu Hyundai
Model Copen Elantra
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1199 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 55 L


 

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