2009 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
