2005 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Barina weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina. 2011 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Barina | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
