1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Rocky | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |