2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 20 kg more 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, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (120 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Muse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
