2003 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2003 Ford Ka (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ka | Copen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
