2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
