1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.

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 Nissan Pathfinder, 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Holden Nissan
Model Berlina Pathfinder
Year Released 1999 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 3949 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 229 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 395 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2860 mm


 

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