2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Berlina | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2673 mm |
