2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Jackaroo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Jackaroo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. 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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Croma | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
