2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 249 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2011 Toyota Yaris 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. 2011 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
