2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Copen |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |