2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 285 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
