2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Agila would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Agila weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
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 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |
