2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 388 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, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Muse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
