2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 856 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3076 mm |
