2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Ford 427
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Copen and 2003 Ford 427 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2003 Ford 427 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 2003 Ford 427. 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, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Ford 427 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | 427 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 704 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
