1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 2008 Kia Sorento 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |