2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Copen | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |