2003 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
