1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 12 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, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2008 Kia Carens 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. 2008 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
