2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 985 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |
