2007 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 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 119 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 901 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ka | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
