2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
