2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 520 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Copen | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
