2004 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 509 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Barina | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Barina | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 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 | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
