2004 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 5 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econoline | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Econoline | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
