2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 300 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
