2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2002 Chrysler 300 and 2002 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. 2002 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 300 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
