2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Stilo and 2005 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Holden Barina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Stilo | Barina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |