2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 417 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Berlingo | Copen |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |