2003 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Capa weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Capa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
