1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Copen |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
