2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Berlina | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlina | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |