2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Materia | Copen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
