1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 19 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, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD 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. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Daihatsu | Scion |
Model | Rocky | xD |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |