1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 14 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 154 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Kuga |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |