2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody

To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Berlina 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Holden Berlina 2005 Nissan Hardbody
Make Holden Nissan
Model Berlina Hardbody
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1320 kg
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm


 

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