2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Copen and 2008 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 995 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Copen | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.8 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 | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |