2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Jackaroo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
