2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 645 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
