2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina.
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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
