2001 Holden Berlina vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford E-350, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Berlina | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
