2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 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 133 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 775 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fusion | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
