2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90.
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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | S90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
