1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 355 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Berlina | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
