2004 BMW 118 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
