2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 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 | 1290 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
