1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 823 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
