2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 1235 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.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2011 Audi S6 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. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Copen | S6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
