2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
