2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Copen | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
