2004 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2004 Holden Barina and 2004 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2004 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina. 2004 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Barina | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Barina | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
