2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Copen and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 269 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.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. 2009 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Copen | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
