2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Copen | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
