2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 115 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
