2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 118 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Copen | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
