2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Daihatsu Copen (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2004 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
