1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Rocky | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |