2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Bantam | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
