1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 13 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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, 2012 Citroen C6, 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | Berlina | C6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
