2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 629 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Muse | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2980 mm |
