1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 282 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
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 (375 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Berlina | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
