1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 82 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
