2001 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 68 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 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
