2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1125 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Copen | X3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |