2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fiesta | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
