2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 890 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 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Muse | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
