2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Copen | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |