2004 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 2 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 940 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.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina. 2006 Kia Carens 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. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Barina | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Barina | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |