2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 910 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 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Jackaroo 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Holden Mercedes-Benz
Model Jackaroo CLC
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm


 

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