1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Copperhead is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Dodge Copperhead. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Copperhead | Echo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
