2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 355 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (127 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | Dacia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Logan | Muse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
