2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corolla | Copen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
