2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 560 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Copen | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |