2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. Both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2007 Daihatsu Copen are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 86 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. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Copen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
