2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 724 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Berlina | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Berlina | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
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 | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |