2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 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 135 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
