2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
