2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Muse | i20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2525 mm |
