2004 Chrysler Neon vs. 2004 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Neon and 2004 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Neon (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Neon | 2004 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Neon | Copen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
