2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
