2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1238 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 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 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) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Rendezvous | Muse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |