2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 9 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 34 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 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
