1999 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A3 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
