2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 943 kg more than 2001 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C8 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
