2001 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 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.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Barina | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |