2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
