2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 855 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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Muse | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
