2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
