2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 858 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Cavalier | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
