2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2770 mm |
