1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 7 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, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 124 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.
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, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Berlina | Legend |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |