2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Copen | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| 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 | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
