2005 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 318 kg more than 2002 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 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Dion | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
