2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Muse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Muse would be higher. At 658 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Muse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (120 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Muse | Life |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
