2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 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. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 160 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dacia |
| Model | Copen | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
