2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Copen and 2008 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Copen | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |