2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 938 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Taurus | Jackaroo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |