2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 538 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Berlina | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Holden | Chrysler |
Model | Berlina | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3078 mm |