2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 535 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2012 Kia Forte 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. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Copen | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
