2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 516 kg more than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. 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 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Canyon | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
