2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Jackaroo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Jackaroo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Spark | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
