2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Jackaroo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
