2012 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2012 BMW X3 and 2012 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1065 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW X3 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | X3 | Copen |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |