1993 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 735 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina. 2001 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
