2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum 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 14 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 647 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Jackaroo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
