2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3220 mm |
