1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 17 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 228 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.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Rocky | C4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
