2003 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Barina | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
