2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 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 58 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jackaroo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
