2008 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 545 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 328 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 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 |
