2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Midge. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 848 kg more than 1996 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Midge. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1996 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | Midge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
