2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 5 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
