2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
