2005 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Holden Barina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Barina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Barina | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Barina | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |