2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 166 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 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 115 L |
