2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 193 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.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Rocky | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
