2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 591 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Jackaroo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
