2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane 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 81 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Jackaroo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
