2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Berlina | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Berlina | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |