1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 15 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 135 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 2011 Kia Rondo. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo. 2011 Kia Rondo 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. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
