2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Jackaroo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
