2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 813 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus X (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taurus X | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
