2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Jackaroo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
