2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
