2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2012 Ford Focus

To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 52 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 601 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Jackaroo 2012 Ford Focus
Make Holden Ford
Model Jackaroo Focus
Year Released 2002 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4450 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 1319 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4534 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1824 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2649 mm


 

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