1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 581 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Rocky | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |