2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 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 134 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 730 kg more than 2011 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Berlina 2011 Smart ForTwo
Make Holden Smart
Model Berlina ForTwo
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3789 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 1867 mm


 

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