2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 961 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | BT-50 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
