2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2770 mm |
