2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Berlina would be higher. 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina.
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, 2012 Ford Escape, 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Berlina | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Berlina | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |