2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Copen and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 379 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Copen | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |