2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Copen and 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 440 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.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Copen | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |