2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 2012 Volvo S60 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. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Rocky | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2776 mm |
