2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Copen and 2001 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 540 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 A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2001 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2001 Audi A3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Copen | A3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |