2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu Rocky and 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Rocky 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Daihatsu Subaru
Model Rocky Legacy
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 90 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2660 mm


 

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