1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2002 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2002 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 595 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. 2002 Dodge Durango 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. 2002 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2002 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Durango |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
