2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Copen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
