2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 124 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 763 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jackaroo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
