2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 306 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Jackaroo | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
