2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.

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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-250 2000 Holden Berlina
Make Ford Holden
Model E-250 Berlina
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 6030 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2800 mm


 

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