1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | Berlina | IS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |