2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 824 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jackaroo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
