2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 534 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Copen | DART |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
