2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 916 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 2006 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4200 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 144 L |
