2002 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 594 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
