2002 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 798 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 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Barina | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Barina | Panamera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |