2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1287 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 Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Copen | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |