2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Jackaroo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Jackaroo 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jackaroo | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
