2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 234 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
