2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Copen | S-MX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |