1999 Holden Vectra 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 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Vectra | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
