1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
