2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 359 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jackaroo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
