2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Copen | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
