1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. Both 1993 Daihatsu Rocky and 2001 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 101 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
