2001 Holden Barina vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 452 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2675 mm |
