2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 446 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |