1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 16 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 965 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rocky | M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2915 mm |
