2002 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 950 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
