2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Copen | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |