2005 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 131 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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Barina | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
