2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 556 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
