1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 11 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, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 194 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Kia Soul 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. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Rocky | Soul |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |