1987 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | AX | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
