1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. 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 Nissan Primera, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Berlina | Primera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |