2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 142 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2010 Honda Jazz 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. 2010 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
