2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 539 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
