2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 469 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Berlina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
