2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2005 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2500 mm |
