2002 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 431 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Barina | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2728 mm |
