1997 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX 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 110 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | AX | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
