1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 837 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Berlina | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
