2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | SL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
