2009 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
