2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 950 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seville | Copen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
