2002 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 951 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Barina | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
