2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 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 104 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 594 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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, 2011 Mazda 2, 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 (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | 2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2489 mm |
