2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
