2008 Opel Agila vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Agila | Copen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
