2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
