2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2002 Citroen Xsara and 2002 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Copen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
