2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1095 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Muse | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
