2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 919 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.
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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2011 Volvo S60 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. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Copen | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
