2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Tucson and 2009 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Barina. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Tucson | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
