2003 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Audi A2.
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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A2 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
