2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 864 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Muse | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3110 mm |
