1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 2003 Toyota Echo has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Echo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
