2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 108 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Jackaroo | Flex |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2995 mm |
