2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Honda Insight

To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 403 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Honda Insight, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Berlina 2011 Honda Insight
Make Holden Honda
Model Berlina Insight
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1237 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2550 mm


 

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