2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Copen and 2009 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 465 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 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Copen | GTI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |