2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1064 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Copen | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
