2006 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Holden Barina and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Barina. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Holden Barina | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Barina | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
