2002 Holden Barina vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 983 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
