2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2003 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2003 Holden Berlina and 2003 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Berlina 2003 Mazda 6
Make Holden Mazda
Model Berlina 6
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2620 mm


 

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