1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Berlina | B2300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |