2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S40 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 7 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40. 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, 2000 Volvo S40, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
