2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1035 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |