2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1619 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Copen | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
