2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 13 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 205 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | GLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2016 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2755 mm |
