2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
