1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 220 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 (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Berlingo | Copen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
