2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 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 Laguna (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
