2003 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Barina | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
