2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 500 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
