2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 106 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 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Berlina | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
