1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Sable |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
