2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1247 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terraza | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2240 mm |
