2005 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 193 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Barina | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
