2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 990 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. 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 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Jackaroo | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
