2002 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Barina (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina.
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, 2002 Holden Barina (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Barina | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Barina | Soul |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |