2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.

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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Berlina 2012 Toyota Tundra
Make Holden Toyota
Model Berlina Tundra
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 234 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2610 mm


 

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