1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Avella |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
