2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, both 2004 Holden Berlina and 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 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 2004 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Holden Berlina 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make Holden Oldsmobile
Model Berlina Aurora
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2860 mm


 

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