2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
Model | Jazz | Copen |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |