2005 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 7 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 658 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
Model | Rio | Copen |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1508 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 Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |