2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1040 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 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
