2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 120 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rio | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
