2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 58 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.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Berlina | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |