2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Jackaroo | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
