2006 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 627 kg more than 2010 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 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caddy | Copen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
