2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2737 mm |
