2004 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 967 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina. 2005 Kia Sorento 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. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Barina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
