2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Jackaroo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Jackaroo 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 581 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Jackaroo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
