2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 177 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Berlina | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Berlina | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2797 mm |