2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 788 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Copen | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
