1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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 Kia Picanto, 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 (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Berlina | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
