1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1153 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.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. 2010 GMC Yukon 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. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Rocky | Yukon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2946 mm |