2003 Holden Barina vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Barina | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |