2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2770 mm |
