1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 12 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, 2011 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 315 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.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Berlina | S5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
