1991 Holden Barina vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Barina | X6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2934 mm |
