2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B5 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
