2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 97 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
