2002 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1118 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Barina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Barina | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |