1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Muse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
