2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Rocky | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2537 mm |