2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Jackaroo | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2423 mm |
