2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam 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. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 79 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
