2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 854 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |