2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2004 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2004 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lanos | Copen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
