2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 784 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. 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 (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Berlina | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
