1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 162 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
