2002 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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. Both 2002 Holden Barina and 2007 Lotus Elise are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Barina weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Barina | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Barina | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |