1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 357 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1280 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rocky | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
