2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus

To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Copen and 2002 Hyundai Equus were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1160 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.

Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daihatsu Copen 2002 Hyundai Equus
Make Daihatsu Hyundai
Model Copen Equus
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 2970 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 80 L


 

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