1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 125 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.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Rocky | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |