2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.

Because 2002 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 2002 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Berlina 2000 Toyota Avalon
Make Holden Toyota
Model Berlina Avalon
Year Released 2002 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2730 mm


 

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