2003 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 478 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
