2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
| Model | Copen | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
