2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
