2002 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ka | Copen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
