2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina.

Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Berlina 2006 Honda Civic
Make Holden Honda
Model Berlina Civic
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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