2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
