2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2001 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 612 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda Demio, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 2001 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | Demio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
