2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Barina |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |