1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 850 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Tempo | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
