2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Jackaroo | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
