2004 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Holden Barina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Barina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Holden Barina (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Barina | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Barina | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
