2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
