2005 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
