2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
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 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
