2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Ford Escape

To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 56 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 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape 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 Escape
Make Holden Ford
Model Berlina Escape
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1696 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4524 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2078 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2690 mm


 

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