2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Jackaroo | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3078 mm |
