2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Jackaroo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
