2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Copen and 2002 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 616 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daihatsu Copen 2002 Saab 03-Sep
Make Daihatsu Saab
Model Copen 03-Sep
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 18.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 61 L