2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlina | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2537 mm |
