2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1500 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | F-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3490 mm |