2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle 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 98 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 387 kg more than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jackaroo | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
