1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Berlina | Kuga |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |