2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
