2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 635 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. 2013 Porsche 911 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. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Copen | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
