2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Jackaroo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Jackaroo would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 156 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
