2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Berlina | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | Berlina | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1820 mm |