2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Copen | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |