2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina.
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, 2013 Ford Escape, 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Berlina | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
