2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.

Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 2008 Toyota Avalon 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. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Rocky 2008 Toyota Avalon
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Rocky Avalon
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2830 mm


 

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