2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Maverick | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
