2005 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 328 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
