2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 793 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LaCrosse | Barina |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1853 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2500 mm |