2001 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2001 Holden Barina and 2001 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 368 kg more than 2001 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 Hyundai Sonata (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Barina | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Barina | Sonata |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |