2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 813 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taurus X | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1920 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 |
