2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 940 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Copen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
