1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. 2005 Kia Sportage 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. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |