2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 11 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 950 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 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2012 Audi S5 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. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Copen | S5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
