2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Berlina | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
