2002 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Barina weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
