2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Barina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. 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, 2001 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon. 2001 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ikon | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
