2003 Holden Barina vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | Barina | ForFour |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |