2003 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Barina | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |