2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 664 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | E-250 | Berlina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |