2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
