1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 940 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Rocky | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
