1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rondo. 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. 2009 Kia Rondo 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. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Rocky | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
