2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 311 kg more than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jackaroo | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
