2003 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 314 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.
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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Barina | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |