1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 50 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
