2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra 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 89 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Jackaroo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
