2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2005 Holden Berlina and 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Berlina 2005 Peugeot 307
Make Holden Peugeot
Model Berlina 307
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2610 mm


 

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