2003 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 250 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Barina | B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
