2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1995 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1995 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
