2002 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2002 Holden Barina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Barina 1995 Land Rover Discovery
Make Holden Land Rover
Model Barina Discovery
Year Released 2002 1995
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2550 mm


 

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