2004 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Barina weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Barina | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
