1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 484 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Retona |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |