2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Shuma weights approximately 185 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, 2001 Kia Shuma (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Copen | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
