2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Berlina | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
