1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. 2007 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3510 mm |
