2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 GMC Savana

To start off, 2013 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 920 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 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Berlina 2013 GMC Savana
Make Holden GMC
Model Berlina Savana
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 2560 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 2126 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3429 mm


 

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