2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1997 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Rocky | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
