2005 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 5 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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 2005 Audi A2. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A2 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
