2002 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 2 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 253 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Barina | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
