2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Copen | Kalina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |