2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Copen and 2002 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 655 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 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-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 05-Sep | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
Model | Copen | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |