2001 Holden Berlina vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Berlina 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 103 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Berlina | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
