2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Jackaroo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Jackaroo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2770 mm |
