2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Berlina | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |