2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Jackaroo 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Holden Mitsubishi
Model Jackaroo Eclipse
Year Released 2002 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 1532 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1351 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2576 mm


 

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