2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 737 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 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Copen | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
