1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rocky | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |
