2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 8 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 995 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 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Copen | Antara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |