2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 646 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
