2002 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 255 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Barina | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | HR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |