2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 6 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 882 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 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2007 Kia Pregio. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Copen | Pregio |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |