1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
