2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1125 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
