2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Copen and 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 590 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.
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 Vauxhall Signum (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Copen | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |