2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Jackaroo | Carens |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
