2001 Holden Berlina vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 111 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina.

Because 2001 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 2001 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Holden Berlina 2002 Toyota Avensis
Make Holden Toyota
Model Berlina Avensis
Year Released 2001 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2800 mm


 

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