1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
