1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4080 mm |
