2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 78 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
