2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 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), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 715 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 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
