2009 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 456 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.
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, 2009 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | X3 | Rocky |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |