1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Rocky | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |