2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2002 Citroen Saxo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Saxo | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Copen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
