2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 728 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 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (311 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Copen | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
