2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
