2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Copen | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
