2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 7 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 150 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2473 mm |
