2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2004 Ford Five Hundred and 2004 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2004 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Five Hundred | Barina |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |