2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Copen | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |