1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 273 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. 2008 Ford Taurus 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. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
