2001 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina would be higher. Both 2001 Holden Barina and 2006 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 1,389 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Barina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Barina | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Barina | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |