2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina.

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 Toyota Highlander, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Berlina 2011 Toyota Highlander
Make Holden Toyota
Model Berlina Highlander
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2789 mm


 

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