2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
