2003 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 182 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina.
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, 2003 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 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 | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |