1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlina | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
