2002 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 225 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 188 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
