2005 Acura EL vs. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Acura EL.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | EL | Rocky |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |