2001 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Holden Barina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 950 kg more than 2005 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | Barina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
