2010 Peugeot 408 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 408 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 408 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
| Model | 408 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
