1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 1997 Daihatsu Rocky and 1997 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rocky | V |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 210 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 | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |