1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 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, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda HR-V. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
