2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 720 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Muse | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
