2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Holden Berlina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 272 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Focus | Berlina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |