2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1057 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Berlina | NV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3711 mm |
