2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. Both 2007 Daihatsu Copen and 2000 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Copen | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
