2003 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1016 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Barina | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |