1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |