2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 2009 GMC Sierra 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. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Rocky | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
