2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1192 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
