2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 449 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 2008 Honda S2000 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 2008 Honda S2000. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
