2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Copen and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 303 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 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 2007 Kia Rio 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. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Copen | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
