2005 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina. 2003 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
