1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 7 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Premacy. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Rocky | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
