2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 783 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 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Copen | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
