2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2005 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 118 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 950 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Jackaroo 2005 Smart ForFour
Make Holden Smart
Model Jackaroo ForFour
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2510 mm