2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 195 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, 2004 Citroen C 15 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C 15 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |
