2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Berlina | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |
