2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
