2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (148 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Berlina | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Berlina | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |