2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Barina weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taurus | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
