2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 615 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
