2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina.
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 GMC Acadia (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
