2003 Holden Barina vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1160 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina. 2012 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
