2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Jackaroo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
