1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. 2008 Kia Sorento 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |