2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | A |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
