2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1087 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Copen | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
