2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 32 L |
