2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Copen and 2002 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
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 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2002 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Ka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |