2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. Both 2008 Daihatsu Copen and 2009 Daihatsu Materia are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 175 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 2009 Daihatsu Materia. 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 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Copen | Materia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |