2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Jackaroo | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |