1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Rocky | Liana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
