2003 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | Jazz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |