2011 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Copen | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 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 | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
