2003 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 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 1,802 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 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 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
