2003 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ka | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
