2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
