2003 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 215 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Barina | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
