2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
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, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Berlina | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
