2005 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 3 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Barina weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
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, 2005 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Barina | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Barina | Splash |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1242 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 | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
