2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Berlina | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |