2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 482 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Copen | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.4 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 | 852 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
