2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Jackaroo | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
