2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A8 | Copen |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2240 mm |