2000 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 585 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Espace | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Espace | Copen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
