2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 323 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Berlina 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Holden Kia
Model Berlina Cee'd
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm


 

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