2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 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 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
Model | Corolla | Copen |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |