2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Renault Sandero

To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Copen and 2009 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 86 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Sandero weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.

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 Renault Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Copen 2009 Renault Sandero
Make Daihatsu Renault
Model Copen Sandero
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1111 kg
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 50 L


 

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