2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 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 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 1020 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, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Copen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
