2001 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 490 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | CC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2708 mm |
