2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 368 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Because 2002 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 2002 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestar | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
