2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina.
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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina. 2001 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Holden |
| Model | 207 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
