2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina. 2002 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Barina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
