2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 935 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2002 Jeep Liberty 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. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Copen | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
