2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Barina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2500 mm |
