2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1575 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 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Copen | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |
