2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 135 L |
