1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Berlina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
