2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 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 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Jackaroo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
