2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Copen and 2003 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 815 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Copen | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |