2001 Holden Barina vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 842 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Barina | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Barina | Rexton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |