2003 Holden Barina vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 465 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 2011 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Barina | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |