2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
