2005 Holden Barina vs. 2003 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2005 Holden Barina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Barina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour.
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, 2003 MCC ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Barina | 2003 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Holden | MCC |
| Model | Barina | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
