1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2020 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Excursion |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3490 mm |