1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Berlina | Avensis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |