2002 Holden Barina vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 9 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1235 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 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Barina | 550 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3071 mm |
