1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Astro | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
