2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 587 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Jackaroo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
