2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 537 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 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
