2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Jackaroo | Elise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
