2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Copen and 2008 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 575 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 2008 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Copen | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |