2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Yaris | Copen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
