2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini One weights approximately 190 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 2004 Mini One. 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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Mini One | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Copen | One |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
