2002 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 448 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2789 mm |
