1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Berlina | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
