1998 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 426 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Regal | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
