1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. 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 2001 Honda Mobilio. 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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
