1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.

Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (295 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 2005 SsangYong Rexton
Make Holden SsangYong
Model Berlina Rexton
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 229 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm


 

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