2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.

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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Mustang 2000 Holden Berlina
Make Ford Holden
Model Mustang Berlina
Year Released 2003 2000
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4599 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2950 mm


 

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