2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-250 | 1993 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | E-250 | Barina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |