2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2461 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 167 L |
