2001 Holden Berlina vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Berlina | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Berlina | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |