2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 489 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Holden Barina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Silverado | Barina |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2500 mm |