1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. 2007 Honda CR-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. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1997 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
