2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
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 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
