2011 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 115 L |
