2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Copen and 2008 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 979 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Copen | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
