2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Optima 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 371 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. 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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Jackaroo | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
