2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 515 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
