2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 197 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Berlina | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
