2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 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 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aveo | Copen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
