2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (303 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | GL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
