2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1570 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
