2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 577 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 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | S60 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
