2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Copen and 2008 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 225 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 Ford E-150 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 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2008 Ford E-150 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. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 132 L |