2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 984 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Muse | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3250 mm |
