2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | Muse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
