1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 5 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406, 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Berlina | 406 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |