2005 Citroen C vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
