2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Jackaroo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
