2008 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 38 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
