2002 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A3 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 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 | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
