2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1087 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 2010 Dodge Charger 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 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Copen | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
