2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Jackaroo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
