1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C 15 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
