2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2001 Daihatsu Copen
Make Audi Daihatsu
Model A6 Copen
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 659 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 61 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 56.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 46 L


 

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