2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1996 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 374 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2920 mm |