1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 94 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.
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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Rocky | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 182 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2616 mm |