2005 Audi TT vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 545 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 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
