2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 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 94 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Jackaroo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
