1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 14 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 316 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Rocky | Escape |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |