1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 10 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Rocky | Ignis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |