1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 387 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 2011 Kia Sorento. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. 2011 Kia Sorento 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. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |