2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 562 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |