2009 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X5 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
