2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1048 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Muse | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2858 mm |
