1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 12 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Escape |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |