2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Jackaroo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
