2002 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 452 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.
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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Barina | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Barina | Sable |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |