2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2004 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2004 Holden Berlina and 2004 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 105 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa, 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Holden Berlina 2004 Opel Corsa
Make Holden Opel
Model Berlina Corsa
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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