2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 2 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 66 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Jackaroo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
