1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 537 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
