2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Caliber | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
