2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu Rocky and 2000 Ford Equator were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 172 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Equator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3260 mm |
