2009 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
