1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1829 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1995 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Excursion |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3490 mm |