2009 BMW X6 vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 8 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X6 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
