1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 256 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.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Rocky | Touran |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |