2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2009 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva 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, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Opel Meriva. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Jackaroo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
