2003 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 498 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 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Barina | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |