2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1217 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Copen | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |