2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
