2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Barina weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Sirion | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
