2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Berlina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
