2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 849 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
