2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2005 Holden Berlina and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 65 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.

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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Berlina 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Holden Mercedes-Benz
Model Berlina C
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 349 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2720 mm


 

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