2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Rocky | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |