2008 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 8 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, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 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 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 320 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
