2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 319 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Berlina | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
