2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 478 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mondeo | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
