2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 9 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 275 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 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Muse | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3200 mm |
