2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 535 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Jackaroo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
