2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 165 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Berlina | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Berlina | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |