2004 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 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 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Holden Barina.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Barina | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Barina | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
