2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Jackaroo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Jackaroo would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Jackaroo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
