2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2000 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2000 Holden Berlina and 2000 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 514 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Berlina 2000 Opel Corsa
Make Holden Opel
Model Berlina Corsa
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2640 mm


 

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