2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
